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Bee venom is a complex substance and, although it is acidic, it is not its acidity that causes the pain and swelling. These are caused by other components, mainly by the peptides apamin, which is a mild neurotoxin, and melittin, which damages the surrounding cells. Remember that the venom has been injected under the surface of the skin and deep into the tissues, so any chemical applied to the surface of the skin that is strong enough to have any neutralizing effect will probably do more harm than good.
There are many household remedies for bee stings, but it is doubtful if any of them have any real effect. Most probably rely on the placebo effect.
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What is the use of acids and alkalis for stings and bites?
Stings mostly contain HCOOH , so to neutraliize the acid, Alkalies are used
Treat bee stings with an acid or an alkali?
acids can not be used.
Is the sting of scorpions an acid or an alkali?
The sting of a scorpion is acidic. The antidote used to treat scorpion bites in animals is generally an alkaline solution.
Are acids and alkalis solutions?
Acids and alkalis (properly known as bases) are often used in the form of solutions, but most can exist outside a solution as well.
How acids and alkalis are used to in soil treatment for gardening?
Cheese
Can caustic be used as term in defining an acid?
No. acids are corrosive, alkalis are caustic.
How acids and alkalis are used in hair and skin care?
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How are acids and alkalis used in industry?
battery, detergent and in the separation of substances to make nylon
What 3 ways can neutralization be used?
nuetraliation is used on teeth and stings and small experiments in class stings like: neetles bee and wasp, and jellyfish. An acid to put on them is vinegar. and teeth people use toothpaste which already has alkalines and acids in it .
Does ic Prednisone treat bee stings?
Prednisone is an oral steroid that can be used to treat wasp stings depending on how severe the reaction is. Antihistamines are usually among the first treatments used.
How is science used in the forensic science industry?
by using DNA, using the pH scale to see acids or alkalis
Can nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide be used on bee stings?
No, nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide can not be used on bee stings. When combined nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide are used to treat fungal and yeast infections. Triamcinolone acetonide by itself can be used for bee stings.
